hawk_eye, great summary that basically what i learned over the last week and what I base my vote on.
As for the "transfer OCM to VARA or Alliance" I say go right ahead, we've seen nearly a decade of "it's not our flying and it won't affect our growth" and are now completely numb to it. Have a look around Brisbane airport.
Regardless, the gains you mention by far outweigh the changes, thanks for the summary.